Hope you all get a chance to kick back and relax a little!
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Happy Labor Day to our Soldiers...
Thank you for your service, dedication, and protection. Wishing you all a safe and happy Labor Day!
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Rascal Flatts Concert...
Some friends and I went to the Rascal Flatts concert Saturday night at the Ford Amphitheatre. Despite the almost unbearable humidity and soggy lawn seats it was a great night. (those of you who live in FL know exactly what I mean!) Taylor Swift opened for them. She looks like she has so much fun performing and got tickled when the crowd would sing along & cheer. Rascal Flatts rocks! They played a good combination of old and new stuff. It's definitely a must see concert if you get the chance. Here are some of the pictures we took, enjoy!
Create Your Own
Create Your Own
A Classic Case of Doubt..
"He who doubts is like a wave of the sea driven and tossed by the wind. For let not that man suppose that he will receive anything from the Lord."
JAMES 1:6-7
The person who asks anything of God without faith is not going to receive what he requests.
I know countless people who make their petitions to God by saying, "God, I know You are all-powerful and all-wise and You can meet all my needs, but . . ." That but clause is usually a statement of doubt, not faith. It is a "but in this case" instance of doubt. Many people believe God can, but they have doubts that God will. They recite to God all of their inadequacies, unworthiness, shame, and inability. God says if you come to Him with that attitude, don't waste your time praying. (God's Way, by Charles F. Stanley)
I received this daily reading one day last week and I’ve been thinking about it ever since. We all know that “the wait” has been wearing many of us down in different ways. Yes, I have had doubts. No, I have not lost faith. It is hard to reconcile the heart and the head sometimes, especially when we wait and wait for the things we ask God for. In my heart I absolutely know that God will bring our daughter home even if it is in His time and not mine. It’s my head that has the issue with the “in His time” part. Yes, I’ve wondered if my daughter is ever going to come home. I am after all just a human being. It is our nature to worry and wonder. Despite the occasional lapses into doubt, I truly believe that God will fulfill our desire to bring a child into our hearts and home. I believe that He has not allowed my dream to die because it is part of His plan. So in answer to my pondering I realize that God not only can but will bring my daughter home. In the meantime I need to keep the faith and prepare for her as best I can.
JAMES 1:6-7
The person who asks anything of God without faith is not going to receive what he requests.
I know countless people who make their petitions to God by saying, "God, I know You are all-powerful and all-wise and You can meet all my needs, but . . ." That but clause is usually a statement of doubt, not faith. It is a "but in this case" instance of doubt. Many people believe God can, but they have doubts that God will. They recite to God all of their inadequacies, unworthiness, shame, and inability. God says if you come to Him with that attitude, don't waste your time praying. (God's Way, by Charles F. Stanley)
I received this daily reading one day last week and I’ve been thinking about it ever since. We all know that “the wait” has been wearing many of us down in different ways. Yes, I have had doubts. No, I have not lost faith. It is hard to reconcile the heart and the head sometimes, especially when we wait and wait for the things we ask God for. In my heart I absolutely know that God will bring our daughter home even if it is in His time and not mine. It’s my head that has the issue with the “in His time” part. Yes, I’ve wondered if my daughter is ever going to come home. I am after all just a human being. It is our nature to worry and wonder. Despite the occasional lapses into doubt, I truly believe that God will fulfill our desire to bring a child into our hearts and home. I believe that He has not allowed my dream to die because it is part of His plan. So in answer to my pondering I realize that God not only can but will bring my daughter home. In the meantime I need to keep the faith and prepare for her as best I can.
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
Keep the faith...
But these things I plan won't happen right away.
Slowly, steadily, surely, the time approaches when the vision will be fulfilled. If it seems slow, be patient! For it will surely take place. It will not be late by one single day.
Habakkuk 2:3
Thank you Ruth for giving those of still waiting something to hold onto at the right time.
Congratulations...
Congratulations to all those who received their referrals this month! Wishing you all safe and speedy travels...
Tuesday, August 05, 2008
Happy Anniversary Matt...
It's hard to believe that we have been married for 13 years today. Matt, it's been a crazy ride at times but we're still going strong! Thank you for your unconditional love and support in all things.
Happy anniversary, I love you!
Monday, August 04, 2008
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